MLB has a domestic violence policy. It is collectively bargained with the Union.
It is completely separate from what happens in a criminal or civil Court…or does not happen.
Contests and appeals are managed through an Arbitration process provided for in the agreement.
One major aspect going forward will be the position of the Union. Will they stand with Bauer?
For those expressing support for Bauer based on what has been reported or is on Social networking, I question how that makes any difference.
Did he violate the bargained for policy? If someone reads it, one finds it is awfully broad in its scope. What he does on You Tube has no relevance.